Liberal Arts at the Brink
Author | : Victor E. Ferrall |
Publisher | : Harvard University Press |
Total Pages | : 303 |
Release | : 2011-03-15 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780674049727 |
ISBN-13 | : 0674049721 |
Rating | : 4/5 (27 Downloads) |
Download or read book Liberal Arts at the Brink written by Victor E. Ferrall and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 2011-03-15 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Liberal arts colleges represent a tiny portion of the higher education market, yet produce a stunning percentage of America’s leaders. But the demand for career-related education has pressured them to become vocational, distorting their mission and core values. This book is a wake-up call for everyone who values liberal arts education.